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New concept art reveals Pete’s Silly Sideshow, home of big top meet-and-greets in Storybook Circus at Walt Disney World

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Step through the lively Storybook Circus entrance to Pete’s Silly Sideshow at Walt Disney World, where larger-than-life cartoon characters and dazzling performer posters capture the magic of Disney entertainment.

With much of Storybook Circus already open at the Magic Kingdom, today the Disney Parks Blog has revealed the final piece of the big top puzzle: Pete’s Silly Sideshow. This portion of the New Fantasyland expansion will invite guests to “come one, come all” to meet classic Disney characters inside one of the area’s big top tents.

Festive Storybook Circus scene at Walt Disney World with the iconic “Silly Sideshow” sign, crowds of guests enjoying vibrant carnival decorations, and an atmosphere inspired by Pete’s Silly Sideshow.

Pete’s Silly Sideshow sign welcomes you with Pete himself—cartoonishly tipping his red hat—inviting guests into the playful, circus-themed setting at Storybook Circus in Walt Disney World.

Step right up to the vibrant entrance of Storybook Circus at Walt Disney World, where Pete’s animated likeness welcomes guests beneath the bold “Silly Sideshow” sign, surrounded by colorful character posters celebrating circus fun.

Pete’s Silly Sideshow character greetings will feature Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Goofy dressed as circus stars, each in their own unique setting. One line will bring guests to the girls of the circus, “Minnie Magnifique” and “Madame Daisy Fortuna,” while the other visits “The Great Goofini” and “The Astounding Donaldo.”

Minnie Mouse greets a young guest on stage at Pete's Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus, with excited visitors watching and a cameraman capturing the magical moment at Walt Disney World.

Daisy Duck dazzles as a fortune teller beside her crystal ball, captivating guests inside the lively tent at Pete's Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus, adding a touch of Disney magic to Walt Disney World.

Donaldo the duck magician wows a lively crowd with magical tricks on a vibrant circus stage, all beneath a festive “Donaldo” banner, capturing the playful spirit of Storybook Circus at Walt Disney World’s Pete's Silly Sideshow.

Goofy greets a fan with a playful pose at Pete's Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus, surrounded by the colorful circus-themed decor of Walt Disney World, as other guests watch and snap photos of the memorable moment.

Naturally, Goofy is dressed in the same Goofini outfit he sports in the artwork that surrounds his nearby Barnstormer attraction.

Posters offer a further look at what these roles have in store for familiar Disney faces:

Minnie Mouse and her canine companion take center stage at Storybook Circus, captivating guests with their performance as Daisy Duck peers into a glowing crystal ball, adding extra enchantment to Pete’s Silly Sideshow at Walt Disney World.

A cartoon dog reminiscent of Disney’s Pete pilots an old-timey plane above the bold “REAL!” logo, with lively Storybook Circus vibes straight from Pete’s Silly Sideshow. Below, a cheerful cartoon duck in vibrant circus attire charming a snake, capturing the playful spirit of Storybook Circus at Walt Disney World.

Unlike his former Toontown home in this back area of the Magic Kingdom theme park, Mickey Mouse will not be appearing in Pete’s Silly Sideshow, remaining a magician in Town Square Theater meet-and-greets at the front of the park.

It’s not clear what Pete’s involvement is in the sideshow just yet. He’s not announced as a specific character to meet in this location, despite it being named for him. Beyond this big top tent, a second tent will house a separate merchandise location called Big Top Souvenirs.

Both Pete’s Silly Sideshow and Big Top Souvenirs will open on or before Dec. 6, the grand opening date set for New Fantasyland.

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